FEATURE

August 15 marks centenary of the completion of the Panama Canal, linking the Atlantic and Pacific.

We sat down with Rocksteady's Guy Perkins to talk about the end of its Arkham trilogy

We played WWE 2K15, and its a big step in the right direction for a series in need of a freshen up

On 14 August 1945, US President Truman announced the surrender of Japan ending WW2 hostilities.

We play half an hour of the highly-anticipated finale to Rocksteady Studio's celebrated Arkham series

IBTimes UK examines the background behind the rise of the Al-Khansa battalion female fighters.

The Bank of England is considering when to raise rates, but labour data makes this difficult.

IBTimes entertainment reporter Toyin Owoseje rounds up the showbiz stories of the week.

Lefthanders Day celebrates the uniqueness of lefties around the world

Hollywood actress Lauren Bacall has died aged 89.

Cath Everett explores the city's maligned downtown area to find its hidden gems.

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the last executions in the UK.

Today marks the last executions in Britain before capital punishment was abolished.

As chaos rages in Gaza, brand-new city offers hope in West Bank.

The rate of pub closures is rising. But what's behind it?

One of the most beloved entertainers of his generation, Robin Williams delighted audiences with his quirky comedy and improvisational style on television, film and during his stand-up comedy routines.

One of the funniest comedians of our times had depression, showing it could affect anyone.

Can the Samsung Galaxy Tab S prove to be an iPad-killer?

The English Premier League season kicks off this weekend, with the country's biggest club Manchester United entering a new commercial era.

Bollywood's superstar trio has never shared screen space

World Elephant Day is celebrated on 12 August and supported by over 65 wildlife organisations

The roles that could have defined the career of the late, great Robin Williams.

10 memorable quotes from actor and comedian Robin Williams following his untimely death

Supernatural occurrences that have been reported

IBTimes UK spoke to brewers and sellers to find out why the industry is booming.

Today we're celebrating cats, so let's have a look at some of the best fictional cats.

8 August marks the International Day of the Female Orgasm in Brazil to raise awareness of sexuality

Philippine military says top Southeast Asia Islamic militant believed dead is in southern Philippines

Cath returns from a visit in the UK, where it's high summer, to winter in Johannesburg.